Yard Spotter: CDL Driver & Trailer Coordination

RJW Logistics Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Employee programs

Job summary

RJW Logistics Group in Houston is seeking a Spotter to move trailers to and from docks and assist with yard operations. The role involves operating the spotter, ensuring safety, and coordinating with drivers to position trailers.

The successful candidate will have a valid CDL and a clean driving record, with 6 months experience preferred. Physical tasks include lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing in/out of trailers as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL driver's license with 6-month minimum experience.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be able to communicate, read, write, and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Move empty and loaded trailers.
• Use landing gear to drop trailers.
• Open and close swinging trailer doors and raise and lower roll up doors.
• Climb in trailers to identify freight.
• Communicate with LTL drivers as they come into the yard and indicate where to put their trailers.
• Communicate with outside carriers to which dock doors they should park at.
• Perform PM checks on spotter weekly.
• Inspect and tag out of service trailers and defective equipment.
• Work on trailers, mud flaps, lights, and signals.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Good driving record

CDL license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RJW Logistics Group in Houston is seeking a Spotter to move trailers to and from docks and assist with yard operations. The role involves operating the spotter, ensuring safety, and coordinating with drivers to position trailers.

The successful candidate will have a valid CDL and a clean driving record, with 6 months experience preferred. Physical tasks include lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing in/out of trailers as needed.